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Permanent Representation of Malta to the European Union

Head of SES/SESAR Unit

On site

Brussels, Belgium

Full Time

16-04-2025

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Status

Open

Opening date

7 April 2025

Deadline

7 May 2025, 23:59 (CEST)

Department European Defence Agency Agency

EDA - European Defence Agency

Vacancy Type

Public

Type of Contract

Temporary Staff

Grade

AD12

Location(s)

Brussels, Belgium

Target audience

We welcome applications from candidates that meet the following selection criteria:

Essential

Only applications meeting all essential selection criteria will be assessed.

Professional

Candidates Will Be Required To Demonstrate The Following Qualifications

relevant professional experience involving a thorough understanding of the challenges related to SES and SESAR (R&T and Deployment) and their implications for defence;
familiarity with the defence international environment (especially with CSDP);
experience of collaborating within the EU institutional framework;
a thorough understanding of EDA’s main tasks and functions and of relevant bodies in the EU military domain (EEAS, EUMC, EUMS);
a track record of delivering successful business outcomes;
a sound practical management experience;
a very good command of written and spoken English.
Personal

All staff must be able to fit into the Agency's way of working. Other attributes important for this post include:

a strong sense of duty and responsibility;
leadership and management skills;
ability to work in a multicultural team;
ability to prioritise and organise tasks and resources;
results-orientation and strong motivation;
flexibility and innovativeness;
genuine commitment to the EDA's objectives;
excellent public speaking and presentation skills;
interpersonal, communication and influencing skills;
analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills.
Desirable

The Following Will Be Considered An Advantage

at least 15 years of relevant professional experience, acquired after the award of the academic qualification required as a condition of eligibility (see ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA section);
extensive experience in the broader context of military aviation;
relevant experience in UAS operations;
experience in Military/Civilian Missions under an EU or UN authorised mandate.

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The main focus of the Permanent Representation's work is ensuring that Malta's interests are represented and safeguarded at the European level. Know more